Jazz, classical and new music listings
Did you know that we here at Obladee have Celtic roots? Our family hails from Cape Breton Island where traditional music is alive and well. We’re excited to offer Celtic Music on the last Thursday of every month! These nights are hosted by Kolten MacDonell on keys, Lisa MacArthur on fiddle & Kevin Dugas on ... Read more
Join us for Jazz Night with guitarist, bandleader & host Gabe Mink !! 🎵 Gabe is an accomplished Guitarist and a rising talent on the Halifax jazz scene! 🎸With his velvety smooth style of playing, he adds a rich and soothing dimension to every set. His trio features bassist Kyle Tully and drummer Nick Donovan ... Read more
For decades, Joe has been a major player in the Blues community in the Nova Scotia. He's always surrounded by the best players, and always puts on a fine show of music ranging from blues to R&B to zdeco. A truly professional entertainer.
Halifax-based musicians, Ced Marty & Dave, deliver a distinct repertoire of blues, ballads, and R&B.  The members of the trio – Ced Upshaw (guitar and vocals), Marty Williams (harmonica and vocals), and Dave Skinner (cajon, percussion, and vocals) – take their inspiration from the likes of Howling Wolf, Robert Johnson, and Eric Clapton; while they ... Read more
Vocalist Virgil Scott with Larry Bjornson-bass, David Burton-drums, Geordie Hayley-guitar and Jeff Goodspeed-sax & flute.
Mainstay jazz crew l-r David Burton, Jeff Goodspeed, Silvio Pupo and Larry Bjornson. Players subject to change. Interesting guests each week.
Local blues musicians try out their stuff at the traditional blues jam run by Andrew Gillis and his back up band.
Originally from Detroit, Michigan, Morgan Davis has been playing the blues and travelling across Canada, the U.S. and Europe for nearly 60 years. He has opened shows for Wilie Dixon, Albert King, John Hammond, John Lee Hooker and Albert Collins. He has jammed with Muddy Waters, James Cotton and Johnny Shines. David lives in Lunengburg ... Read more
Let us hear you shout it: Dance is for everyone! Developed by Baycrest and Canada’s National Ballet School (NBS), Sharing Dance with Older Adults is a safe and accessible dance program series that engages older adults in meaningful dance activities. This class is danced in a standing position, with seated options. Don't miss this great ... Read more
Garrett Mason is a true bluesman at heart. He was raised in Truro, Nova Scotia by his mother Pam, and father, veteran Canadian Bluesman Dutch Mason. His quest to become a blues musician started at a very early age; being surrounded by music blues music, Garrett’s favorite tapes at 3 years old were Canned Heat ... Read more
Come join us for a special singalong screening of Pixar's 2022 classic, Encanto! Sing along with Maribel, Luisa, Bruno, and everyone else in the magical Madrigal house. This event will include special Encanto colouring pages, big blue blocks on the Hall floor, and maybe even some snacks!
